A/N: i honestly made many story plot and title changes to this chapter. maybe because i just want it to suit the song and i want every chapter for every member to be different. so yea, it took me awhile to do this chapter haha
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You fiddled with your fingers and took inventory of your reflection. From time to time, you would blink your eyes, allowing your eyelashes to flutter like the wings of a butterfly. Indeed, your eyes were simply spellbinding. The stylist fixed your black curls and applied lipstick the colour of pomegranate on your soft cushion lips.
"You look beautiful,"commented the stylist.
You flashed a faint smile and grabbed the seam of your wedding dress which shrouded your body to walk over to the white and silver couch. Once you sat down, you released the lacy fabric and heaved a sigh. Every woman dreamt of having cream sheets of an exquisite dress slipped onto their shoulders and holding a bouquet of flowers entwined between their fingers but it wasn't the same for you.
You craned your head down to the bouquet and fiddled with it nervously not because you were afraid the wedding wouldn't go smoothly but in fact, you were worried about the outcomes if you exchanged your vows which came off as scripted without any genuine feelings for your partner. This marriage wasn't up to your choice.
A soft knock planted on the door and as it opened slightly, you saw Changkyun's head peering in the room. You wouldn't even want to call him your husband. He stepped inside and the stylist took notice of his presence. She bowed at him slightly and rushed out of the room to provide some privacy. He didn't watch her leave and instead, scrutinized you from head to toe as he approached closer to you.
You averted your eyes away from him, expecting him to shower you descriptive compliments since he worked as a composer. Throughout the time you spent with him, he treated you very nicely and was always impressed by your natural beauty but with added elegance of an expensive dress and graceful make-up and hairdo, you were simply divine. However, he didn't blurt out any admiration and instead knelt on one knee to meet your eyes.
"Can I ask you something?"
You blinked at him, gesturing him to continue speaking through your eyes.
"Do you really want to marry me?"
Your lips parted abit slightly. It was rather unexpected of him to blurt out a question which you would never imagined him to speak about. The duration of time spent with him was rather short, not even surpassing one month. The marriage preparation was rather hurried and a choice given by your parents. You had never gone against them because seeing their euphoric faces was rather the happiness you wanted. In short, you were a filial daughter.
"I just need a definite answer,"added Changkyun.
You scanned his face to decipher the emotion he was wearing. However, it was rather mixed. The fact that he asked you was a sign he was doubtful of himself and your behaviour towards him but if he had known, why waited until that important day? Your lips were sealed as you refused to speak up, averting your eyes away from him. It's not like you could change anything if you speak the truth. In a few minutes time, you will be walking down the aisle and exchanging vows.
"Is it that hard for you to say? I knew right from the start that there will be complications and gave you the time to stand up for yourself but how much longer do you need?"he bombarded questions, as if pestering you.
The grip on the bouquet tightened as you clenched your teeth, feeling the wet hot tears filling up in your eyes . It was all true. You never went against your parents' will because of the fear of disappointing them. They made tremendous effort and sacrifices to raise you up to where you are now so you thought that accepting their decisions could repay their love for you. In addition, you were rather a soft-hearted introvert who cared for people's feelings more than yourself. The pressure and burden was massive.
"Are you really not going to say anything? What exactly is stopping you? Why are you-"
"Because I'm scared!"a tear trickled down your cheek as you exclaimed with quivering lips. Changkyun blinked as he realised how much he had intimidated you.
"I'm scared of losing the people I love. You don't understand how hard it was for me to say no to my parents. They looked so happy when they see me with you, what can I do?"you started to whimper as more salty tears dripped.
"If you knew I was uncomfortable with this situation, why didn't you ask me? Why didn't you push me away? Why didn't you hate me?"you shot back at him.
Changkyun appeared completely out of the blue and was introduced by your mother. Right from the wide grin on her wrinkled face, you knew exactly she liked him a lot. Truth be told, you never experienced how it was to like someone but the feeling with Changkyun seemed rather forced.
"It's because I like you."
Upon hearing those words, you were taken aback.
"You can call me selfish but I want to make a deal with you,"he added.
Your ears and eyes perked up upon his request. "If you like me even just a bit in one week, we will start anew but if you don't after that period, I will divorce you."
You narrowed your eyes at him and chuckled. "How would you even know if I will fall for you? Can you even read my feelings?"
Changkyun shook his head from left to right. "I can't read your mind but I'll look for the brilliant you. I just want you to trust your heart. When we exchange our vows, that will be time when I hear your decision. If you accept me as your husband, it meant you agreed to the deal."
Your eyebrows furrowed as Changkyun's words lingered in your head. You only had a short period of time to contemplate on a wise answer. Just then, he extended his arm, reaching out to your wet face. You froze by his movement. However, his hand halted near your cheek. He clasped his hand, reluctant to touch you.
"Wipe your tears or else everyone will know you cried,"he rose up from the floor and turned around to the door.
"Is there any condition to the deal?"you wiped the tears.
Changkyun stopped and turned his head slightly to you. He looked up to the ceiling for a moment before coming to a conclusion.
"I won't touch you for that one week,"he said and sauntered out of the room.
You watched as he exited, leaving you bewildered and flabbergasted. Believe it or not, Changkyun had never once let his skin get in any contact with you. You just didn't know why.
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"Do you, Im Changkyun, accept Song Y/N as your wife?"
Changkyun turned his head to you slightly and flashed a small smile. You felt the soft panic because in any moment, your words would determine the path you're taking.
"Yes, I do."
The priest looked at you this time and you would clasped and unclasped on the bouquet, as if in constant need of reassurance. You tried to breathe slowly to calm your palpitating heart and uneasy mind.
"Do you, Song Y/N, accept Im Changkyun as your husband?"he asked.
You bit your lower lip and took a quick glance at Changkyun. His eyes were yearning for an answer. You found yourself gnawing on the inside of your cheeks. If you said no, the faces of everyone in the wedding hall would turn solemn and dumbfounded, especially your beloved parents. They would be the most affected people in the hall.
"I-I...."you started off shaky.
You locked gazes with the priest. "I do,"you finally said it out loud.
The priest nodded his head. Changkyun's lips parted abit slightly, his eyes rather large like an owl. You could tell he wasn't expecting that answer from you but you couldn't possibly cancel this marriage infront of so many eyes arrowed at you.
"Changkyun and Y/N, since you have declared your vows before all the witness here, I now pronounce you husband and wife. May your love be patient and kind. Changkyun, you may kiss your bride."
You turned to Changkyun and so did he. The only thing you were aware of was the sound of your heart throbbing against the cage of your chest and the next step which Changkyun needed to take, a kiss.
"This kiss isn't part of the deal we had,"he whispered as your glances battled with his.
You were already getting restless. "Just do it,"you muttered.
You closed your eyes shut and felt his warm hands cupping your cheeks. In a moment, he pressed his lips against yours. His thumb caressed your flushed red cheeks as his breath mingled with yours. You finally had your first kiss but it wasn't with lust or endearment. It was slow and soft but somehow, it was warm.
However, you didn't quite understand why your heart was beating so strong like as if your chest might burst. Was it because your lips interlocked with someone for the first time? Was it perhaps because of his warm and cautious touch? Or was it a sign, indicating the first step to infatuation?
If you were like a book with all words erased, perhaps your dizzy emotions were settled but something was pulling you and trapping you in anti-gravity, a new universe that you were curious about. What exactly is pulling you away from your once quiet heart?
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A/N: i really like the lyrics to this song so i added it in this chapter and more to come in part two. actually, at first, the storyline was that you were getting married to someone else but he let you go on the day of the wedding so you ran after changkyun, the person you truly love, with your wedding dress to see him but i feel that it happens in dramas that we watch so why not make a twist? thats how i came up with this. hope u people like it :)